Day Camp Counselor

Day Camp Counselor Montclair, CA Job Details Temporary | Part-time $16.90 - $20.00 an hour 14 hours ago Benefits Paid time off Employee discount Flexible schedule Qualifications CPR Certification Outdoor work Sanitation First aid High school diploma or GED Working with children First Aid Certification American Red Cross CPR Certification Safe environment creation Clean workspace maintenance Entry level Full Job Description Day Camp Counselor Outdoor Journeys Camp Blue Sky Outdoor Journeys is a non-profit youth development organization, which operates a day camp program, Camp Blue Sky, in Montclair, CA. Outdoor Journeys is looking for motivated individuals with a passion for working with youth to serve as Day Camp Staff at Camp Blue Sky. The Position The Day Camp Staff will be responsible for ensuring the safety of campers as they participate in a wide range of camp activities including arts and crafts, small group games, scavenger hunts, outdoor games, relay games, basketball, team building and leading skits. In addition to camp activities, the Day Camp Staff will be the primary supervisor of campers through all daily activities including meal time, activities, and transitions between activities. The Day Camp Staff will report directly to their designated Day Camp Lead. The Candidate shall understand that he/she is an employee of Outdoor Journeys and shall conduct himself/herself as an ambassador of the organization. The key duties of the Day Camp Staff will be: Guide groups of campers through full participation in all camp activities. Facilitate small group activities. Be a positive role model for campers. Monitor the health, well-being and safety of campers. Abide by and enforce camp policies. Punctual and prepared for training and when on duty. Communicate with campers, families and staff in a mature and professional manner at all times. Attend staff training. Maintain a clean day camp and activity areas. Clean camp areas after programming. Keep campers safe at all times. Work with site staff to maintain housekeeping and maintenance. Attend Staff Meetings. Report directly to Day Camp Lead. Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

At least 18 years of age. Desire and ability to work with children in the outdoors. Desire and ability to learn and apply new skills (i.e., art, sports, camp songs) Punctual and reliable transportation. MUST have a positive "can do" attitude, patience, enthusiasm, and integrity. Ability to manage multiple tasks and to be accountable. Ability to work with a wide-range of children, and staff members. Ability to take initiative and work both as a team and independently. Ability to lift up to 30 pounds. Current Red Cross First Aid & CPR preferred. Ability to pass background check.

Key Dates:

Staff Training - June 2-5, 2026 Summer Season - June 8-July 10,2026

Job Types:

Contract, Part-time Pay:

$16.90-$$19.00 per hour

Schedule:

8 hour shift

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

Experience with

Children:

1 year (Preferred)

Childcare:

1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

First Aid Certification (Preferred) CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

Multiple locations

Job Types:

Part-time, Temporary Pay:

$16.90 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

Employee discount Flexible schedule Paid time off Ability to

Relocate:

Montclair, CA:

Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location:

In person